Name
The Risk Landscape: Indemnification, Excess Liability, and Insurance Strategies for Commuter Rail Operators
Date & Time
Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 11:45 AM - 12:45 PM
John Putnam Allison Fultz Otis Tolbert, Jr.
Description
Commuter rail operators face an increasingly challenging liability, indemnification, and insurance environment. This relevant session examines the interplay among the changing statutory cap on passenger rail liability, host railroad indemnification demands, constrained excess liability insurance markets, and developments involving sovereign immunity. Our highly regarded panelists explore the mechanics of placing coverage and strategies for addressing these interconnected risks.